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Historic Drop: Gold Price Crashes Below Rs. 5 Lakh Per Tola
Business Mar 19, 2026

Historic Drop: Gold Price Crashes Below Rs. 5 Lakh Per Tola

It is a day of immense celebration for buyers across the country. In an unprecedented and massive turn of events for the local bullion market, gold prices in Pakistan have taken a severe plunge, officially crashing below the psychological and historical barrier of Rs. 500,000 (5 Lakh) per tola. After months of relentless, record-breaking hikes t... Read More

Gold Prices Rebound in Global and Local Markets After Brief Pause
Business Mar 18, 2026

Gold Prices Rebound in Global and Local Markets After Brief Pause

If you were waiting on the sidelines hoping gold prices would continue to drop, that window of opportunity may have just closed. After a brief and highly welcomed pause earlier this week, the precious yellow metal has fiercely rebounded in both international and Pakistani local markets. Just a few days ago, consumers celebrated a massive Rs. 7,1... Read More

Pakistan Receives Major Petrol & Crude Oil Shipment at Port Qasim
Business Mar 18, 2026

Pakistan Receives Major Petrol & Crude Oil Shipment at Port Qasim

Port Qasim, one of Pakistan's most critical maritime and industrial hubs, buzzed with intense activity early this morning as the nation secured a massive boost to its energy reserves. Authorities successfully docked multiple heavy vessels carrying thousands of metric tons of refined petrol (Mogas) and raw crude oil. This large-scale fuel sh... Read More

KSE-100 Sheds 3,600 Points Amid IMF Talks & Middle East Tensions
Business Mar 15, 2026

KSE-100 Sheds 3,600 Points Amid IMF Talks & Middle East Tensions

The trading floor of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a deeply turbulent week. Swept up in a wave of domestic and international uncertainty, investors adopted a highly cautious "wait-and-watch" approach, leading to a significant market correction. By the end of the trading week, the benchmark KSE-100 index shed a massive 3,6... Read More

Relief on Petrol, Hike on Kerosene: Govt Absorbs Rs. 46 Increase
Business Mar 15, 2026

Relief on Petrol, Hike on Kerosene: Govt Absorbs Rs. 46 Increase

In a mixed bag of financial updates for the Pakistani public, the federal government has officially announced the latest fuel pricing structure for the upcoming fortnight. While motorists and everyday urban commuters can breathe a massive sigh of relief, rural households relying on alternative fuels are facing a severe price shock. Behind closed... Read More

PSX Slides 1,300 Points Amid Regional Tensions as Gold Prices Drop
Business Mar 15, 2026

PSX Slides 1,300 Points Amid Regional Tensions as Gold Prices Drop

The financial markets in Pakistan experienced a rollercoaster of emotions this week. As global headlines remain dominated by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the local economy felt the immediate shockwaves. The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced significant volatility, while the local bullion market surprisingly offered a si... Read More

State Bank of Pakistan Accelerates Digital Payment Integration
Business Mar 15, 2026

State Bank of Pakistan Accelerates Digital Payment Integration

The landscape of online shopping and business in Pakistan is on the brink of a massive, positive shift. In a major push to fully digitize the local economy, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially announced a series of highly attractive new incentives designed specifically for e-commerce platforms. Moving away from a heavy reliance on ca... Read More

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